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Thailand’s Cabinet Approves a Marriage Equality Bill to Grant Same-Sex Couples Equal Rights

FILE - Participants hold a rainbow flag during a Pride Parade in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 4, 2023. Thailand’s Cabinet on Tuesday, Nov. 21, approved an amendment to its civil code to allow same-sex marriage, with an expectation for the draft to be submitted to Parliament next month. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit, File)
FILE - Participants hold a rainbow flag during a Pride Parade in Bangkok, Thailand, on June 4, 2023. Thailand’s Cabinet on Tuesday, Nov. 21, approved an amendment to its civil code to allow same-sex marriage, with an expectation for the draft to be submitted to Parliament next month. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit, File)

BANGKOK (AP) — Thailand’s Cabinet on Tuesday approved an amendment to its civil code to allow same-sex marriage, with an expectation for the draft to be submitted to Parliament next month.

Bangkok Police Cracks Down on Beggars from Laos, China, Cambodia

two individuals from Laos, two from Cambodia, and a child in the Soi Nana area in Bangkok on the night of 20 November 2023. (Photo: Khaosod)

In a recent move against begging in Bangkok, Thai authorities have apprehended beggars hailing from Laos, China, and Cambodia.

Laos Faces Escalating Scam Threat as Criminals Exploit Banking App Pathways

Laos Faces Escalating Scam Threat as Criminals Exploit Banking App Pathways
Representation of cyber scam. (Photo: Freepik)

In Laos, a growing scam threat looms as criminals exploit complex pathways in banking apps to drain funds from unsuspecting accounts.

Tourist Information Center Inaugurated in Vientiane Capital

Vientiane Capital Tourist Information Center in Nongbone village, Saysetha District, Vientiane Capital (Photo: Chono Lapuekou)

The Vientiane Capital Tourist Information Center and Exhibition Room of Handicraft and ODOP (traditional products produced under the One District One Product initiative), situated in Nongbone village, Saysetha District, Vientiane Capital, officially opened its doors on 17 November.

Former President’s Centenary Spurs Transformation of Historic Residence

Former President Khamtai Siphandone's house in Hua Khong Pha Nyai village, within the Hua Khong district of Champasack Province (Photo: PathedLao)

Champasack Provincial authorities are gearing up to transform the old residence of former President Khamtai Siphandone into a multifaceted tourist destination and educational hub.

Thai Princess Praises Lao-China Railway for Enhancing Regional Cooperation

Thai Princess Praises Lao-China Railway for Enhancing Regional Cooperation
Thai Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn and Tripura chief minister Biplab Kumar Deb arrive at Unakoti on Tuesday. (Photo: PTI)

In an interview with Chinese State Media, China Media Group, Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of Thailand praised the Lao-China Railway for boosting regional trade, especially between Thailand and China.

Laos to Develop E-Commerce Policies, Strategies for Local Enterprises

(Photo: Internet in Laos)

Recognizing the surging trend of online sales in Laos, the government has designated the strengthening of e-commerce as a key strategic development goal for the period 2016–2025. The focus is on promoting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to drive economic growth.

Lao Authorities Clarify Passport Violation in Viral Exit Fee Video

Lao Authorities Clarify Passport Violation in Viral Exit Fee Video
FILE: tourists queuing at an immigration office at the Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge (photo: Lao Security News)

In response to a viral video exposing an alleged imposition of an excessive exit fee of THB 5000 (around USD 142.37) on a Thai tourist at the Lao-Thai Friendship Bridge in Vientiane Capital, the Lao authorities have stepped forward to address the controversy.